Oilers vs Stars

The Oilers enter this matchup looking to come back from a brutal loss in Game 1 of the series, while the Stars come in with a great outlook on the series having taken a game against the favourites in the series. The difference in depth between these teams becomes more noticeable due to lingering issues for the Oilers, contrasted with a healthier Stars roster. Recent trends show the Stars’ goaltending and offensive production have consistently given them the upper hand in this head-to-head series, especially with the Stars' strong record in their own building and both teams already secure in the playoff race. With Dallas motivated by a great win in Game 1, the value here justifies taking the Stars to win.

Honestly Dallas just looks like the sharper side right now. You’ve got the better overall performances, home ice advantage, and the Oilers seem to be a bit shorthanded. It’s not the flashiest play, but the Stars are the safer bet—this feels like a pretty solid wager if you’re looking for a confident mid-grade pick.

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The Oilers enter this matchup as the favourites to take the series, even if they aren't for this game, showcasing an impressive offensive surge coming into this series, while the Stars remain a high-volume shooting team despite a recent dip in goals. Both teams are dealing with depleted defensive pairings, requiring less experienced blue-liners to handle increased minutes. The special teams battle stands out, with each side boasting a top-tier power play and facing penalty kills that have struggled to keep opponents in check. Recent history between these teams points to high-scoring affairs, especially with both offenses in strong form and defensive depth lacking.

Honestly, with both groups lighting it up and neither team at full strength at this point of the season, it feels like a perfect spot to expect plenty of goals. The power plays should have plenty of chances, and with these attacks, getting to seven total isn’t asking too much. The odds look solid for the over, and this is definitely an A- level play in my book.

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The Oilers head into this matchup looking to bounce back from a bad loss in Game 1, while the Stars bring strong momentum with two consecutive wins. Edmonton faces some uncertainty on the blue line and up front, which could affect their stability, while the Stars’ roster has only minor question marks. Recent trends favor Dallas, especially given their goaltending edge at home and their strong performance in this particular matchup, as both teams fight for crucial Western Conference seeding.

Honestly, with the Stars getting the extra 1.5 goals, this feels like a smart way to play it. Dallas is rolling right now and the Oilers just haven’t found their groove lately. It might not be the flashiest pick, but taking the Stars on the puckline has real value, so this gets a solid B for both reliability and price.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 23/05/2025 09:01